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Suggest Treatment To Decrease Cholesterol Level
I am 68 and have a cholesterol of 270. I had a calcium score done and it was zero. My internist said i was fine not taking anything with a zero score. I exercise everyday for 2 hours. Eat gluten free. I am not over weight. My endocrinologist insists I need to take a statin. What is your bias opinion
Tue, 27 Jan 2015
Hi,
You don't have indications for statin.
Nowdays there is overprescription of statins.
High cholesterol alone without ischemic heart disease or other elevated risk factors is not indication for statin yet.
I would advise you to exercise regularly and avoid meals containing animal fat.
Wishing you good health
Regards,
You don't have indications for statin.
Nowdays there is overprescription of statins.
High cholesterol alone without ischemic heart disease or other elevated risk factors is not indication for statin yet.
I would advise you to exercise regularly and avoid meals containing animal fat.
Wishing you good health
Regards,
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